Sydney Harbour Bridge

Name: Sydney Harbour Bridge
ISBN: 9781741699531

My Story Series · Book 21 of 21

For the young engineer or history buff, this book explores the incredible story and human ingenuity behind one of the world's most iconic landmarks.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child is fascinated by massive structures and asks, 'How did they build that?' It's for the budding engineer or history lover who is ready to move beyond simple picture books. This chapter book tells the gripping true story of the design and construction of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It highlights themes of perseverance, collaboration, and the wonder of human ingenuity. Perfect for readers aged 8-12, it brilliantly combines STEM concepts with compelling human stories from the Great Depression, showing how a community came together to create something incredible.

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What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Factually mentions the deaths of 16 workers during the bridge's construction.

Sensitive Topics

The book deals directly with the deaths of workers on the project. It states that sixteen men lost their lives during construction. The approach is factual and historical, presented as a somber reality of the dangerous conditions of the era. There is no religious framing. The resolution of the story is the triumphant and hopeful completion of the bridge, a symbol of resilience.